Construction Manager - Project Management, Energy & Natural Resources

Job Description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead on‑site delivery of electrical infrastructure projects, including substations, overhead lines, and underground cable installations. Operating as part of the wider Project Management discipline, you will provide day‑to‑day site leadership, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient execution of construction activities across complex energy projects.

This role is suited to individuals with significant site experience who can confidently coordinate contractors, manage construction sequencing, and ensure high‑quality installation of HV/LV and associated civil works. Candidates will be required to be present in our client office or site 2/3 days per week.

Job Objectives 

Construction Managers oversee multiple site‑based work fronts, ensuring that construction activities are executed in accordance with approved designs, method statements, and regulatory requirements.

You will act as the primary on‑site interface between contractors, client representatives, and the Project Management team.

As the Construction Manager you will be responsible for:

• Oversee programme‑level governance, reporting, assurance, and performance management across multiple projects or major workstreams.
• Lead day‑to‑day site operations, managing construction activities across substations, OHL, UGC, HV/LV works, and associated civil engineering tasks.
• Manage subcontractors, site logistics, and work sequencing, ensuring delivery aligns with programme and safety requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with H&S, CDM, environmental, and quality standards, including reviewing RAMS, permits, and safety documentation.
• Oversee the installation of electrical systems, ensuring correct implementation of designs, technical specifications, and installation practices.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, designers, and client representatives, providing clear updates, technical input, and solution‑focused site leadership.
• Monitor site progress, report against plan, and escalate risks, issues, and blockers to maintain programme performance.
• Resolve on‑site issues proactively, ensuring safe and efficient decision‑making aligned with client governance.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in construction management, electrical engineering, civil engineering, or related discipline (preferred).
• SMSTS / CSCS / relevant SHE qualifications (advantageous).
• Strong understanding of construction H&S regulations, CDM, and quality processes.
• Proficient with reporting tools and collaboration platforms, including: Field management or site reporting apps (e.g., SiteCapture, FieldView – if applicable)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, method statements, technical documents, and installation specifications.
• Proven experience in construction management within infrastructure, utilities, or electrical engineering environments.
• Strong understanding of electrical infrastructure installation (HV/LV, substations, OHL, UGC).
• Experience working under NEC contract environments (advantages but not essential).
• Confident managing multi‑disciplinary site teams and coordinating complex construction activities.
• Eligible to obtain BPSS security clearance.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. 

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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